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The Louisville community is buzzing with fun and exciting events.

No matter what time of the year you're considering visiting us, you'll discover bourbon & culinary experiences, seasonal festivals, and plenty of opportunities to experience Louisville's horse racing events including iconic races like the Kentucky Derby.

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Pink and orange hues from the evening sky cast over a horse track with two racing horses at Churchill Downs.

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25+ things to do in Louisville this November

From performances by Herbie Hancock and Aziz Ansari to the Fall Meet at Churchill Downs and NuLu Jingle Fest, here’s what you can’t miss this November in...

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Mid-Week Nature Stoll: Troll Stoll

Nov122025

Experience a guided Troll Stroll and uncover the hidden stories of the Big Prairie, a family memorial gravesite, beaver lodges, and the diverse flora and fauna...

Mid-Week Nature Stroll

Nov122025

Take a moment to observe and reflect. Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists for serene afternoon strolls through the trees and landscape at Bernheim. You're...

Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities

Nov122025

Time to enter the multi-verse! The NINJA KIDZ are leaping out of your screens and into The Louisville Palace with Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities on...

Folk Memory and Modern Voice - Grieg, Elgar, and Bartok

Nov122025

Derby City Chamber Music Festival presents "Folk Memory and Modern Voice - Grieg, Elgar, and Bartok"The Derby City Chamber Music Festival's mission is to...

LouGrass Sessions: Hollerin Crows

Nov132025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky Music Enjoy free Bluegrass by the Hollerin Crows on Thursday, November 13th from 6:00-8:00PM at Cambria Hotel Whiskey Row....

North American Championship Rodeo

Nov132025

The North American Championship Rodeo brings the invitational circuit finals for the Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association to Louisville. This circuit brings the top...

Zach Williams, Crowder & Matt Maher

Nov132025

Experience a powerful night of music and inspiration as Zach Williams, Crowder, and Matt Maher take the stage at the KFC Yum! Center on Thursday, November 13,...

Queen of the Ring Women's Comedy Contest

Nov132025

The Queen of the Ring Women's Comedy Contest is back for 2025 at The Caravan Comedy Club.Comics from across the country compete to be named Queen of the Ring....

Festival of Trees & Lights

Nov142025

Make holiday memories at the 36th annual Festival of Trees & Lights. Walk through an indoor winter wonderland and marvel at the hundreds of beautifully...

Lights Under Louisville

Nov142025

A Magical Drive-Through Holiday Light Show, Underground! Louisville Mega Cavern and 5/3rd Bank present Lights Under Louisville, a beloved holiday...

Maker Days at Kentucky Science Center

Nov142025

Making is all around us. Explore STEAM careers with talented local professionals, ask questions, and learn about how you can translate your favorite Maker...

LouGrass Sessions: Kentucky Blue

Nov142025

LouGrass: A Celebration of Kentucky Music Enjoy free Bluegrass by Kentucky Blue on Friday, November 14th from 6:00-8:00PM at SWAY located in the Hyatt...